Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Coupland, Texas

Coupland is an unincorporated community in Williamson County, Texas, United States. The population of the area is approximately 1000. Coupland is home to the famed Coupland Inn and Dancehall, an eatery, bed and breakfast, and dancehall which has been in the community for nearly 100 years. Couplands athletic teams are the "Cowboys", and the area is one of the safest in Williamson County. (ACCORDING TO WHAT? NO CITATION. ) The Coupland Independent School District serves area students. Coupland ISD serves grades K-8. Upon "graduation" the students either go to Elgin, Taylor, or Thrall for high school courses.

What is defamation libel and slander law?

Defamation is any statement, whether written or oral, that injures the good name or reputation of another person. For a statement to be defamatory, it must not be true.

A defamation designed to be read is libel. Libel also may include harmful statements in a fixed medium, especially writing but also a picture, sign, or electronic broadcast.

An oral defamation is slander. Slander is a harmful statement in a transitory form, especially speech.

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What are defamation, slander and libel?

The term defamation refers to a false statement made about someone or some organization that is damaging to their...